More than 30 minutes must be spent in the facility on discharge day.
CPT code 99316: Discharge day management, nursing facility, more than 30 minutes
Guarantee accurate reimbursement and compliance for CPT code 99316 by knowing the documentation requirements and billing guidelines.
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No. Do not report 99316 with 99315 or other same-day nursing facility codes.
Yes, as long as they are billed by a qualified healthcare professional authorized to provide discharge services under payer policy.
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